Gulmarg Kashmir is prominent tourist places in the state Jammu and Kashmir and major tourist attraction is Gulmarg Snowfall in winter. Gulmarg is also known as “Haven of Earth” and is a delightful tourist destination in north Kashmir. The ancient name of Gulmarg was Gourimarg,refers to hindhu goddess “Gouri”, In 16 century Yousuf Shah Chak, rular of Kashmir changed the name Gourimarg to Gulmarg. 

Gulmarg Snowfall
Gulmarg Snowfall

Gulmarg significant “meadow of Flowers” is pinpoint at Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir in India. The valley is 31 km distance from Baramulla town and around 49 km from Srinagar city. The hill station offers most popular Gondola ride and stunning panoramic views with majestic mountains and also peaceful, scenic escape, picturesque landscapes, skiing destination and also stunning meadows attracts the tourist very much.

Gulmarg Snowfall

Most commonly Gulmarg Snowfall stats November to March in Gulmarg Kashmir every year. But If you experience heavy snowfall in Gulmarg, you must visit December to February and that time is ideal for snow lovers. The average thickness of snow accumulate as 15 to 18 inches.
All the year round, tourist visits in Kashmir to see natural beauty of Snowfall in India. In winter Gulmarg valley becomes snow-capped mountains like a white blanket covered the mountains and makes it charming picturesque and in summer season tourist most attraction is the lush green landscape, fresh air and panoramic views of mountains makes the spot is a perfect tourist destination for nature lovers, trekkers and also best choice for photographers.  

Gulmarg Tourist Places

Gulmarg is one of the most visited tourist destination in Kashmir famous for its stunning beauty of nature. Apharwat peak is the highest point in the tourist spot offering panoramic view and Alpather lake, Biosphere reserve, Strawberry valley, Khilanmarg,Gulmarg Gondola are also attractive tourist places in Gulmarg.

Best time to visit Gulmarg in kashmir 

Gulmarg kashmir is all the year around tourist destination in India. Each season the valley comes with unique beauty and experiences. If you want to enjoy heavy snow fall, you must visit Dec to February and is the best time to visit Gulmarg Kashmir. At that time the valley transform into snow-capped wonderland. You can also visit on March, You can have to see ice capped mountains and the temperature will be pleasant 5 to 10 degree centigrade. If you visit April to September that time lush green meadow of mountains and scenic beauty, pleasant weather, pine forest and deodar forest along with 10 to 20 degree centigrade comfortable temperature makes your journey delightful and that time you do not find snow view. Most of the tourist comes gulmarg in April to June due to pleasant weather, in winter the temperature decrease to – C.

Gulmarg  in winter 

In between December to February month is perfect time to visit Gulmarg valley  Kashmir in winter to see the amazing snow view of Kashmir. At that time whole the valley is covered with snow and temperature decrease to –8 C. You can also visit on March to see the nature of ice capped mountains. A popular activity Snowmobile can be ride in winter. Snowmobile is like a bike can be run on Iceland mountains.

Snowmobile
Snowmobile

Gulmarg Temperature

Generally Gulmarg average temperature -10 to 6 C in winter November to March and Then it increased to April to November average temp 10-22 degree Celsius.

 Monthly weather in Gulmarg (Temperature)

Name of Month

Temperature ( Low/ High) C (Approx.)

January

-10 to -3

February

-8 to -1

March

-4to 6

April

-1 to 10

May

4 to 17

June

8 to 19

July

12 to 22

August

11 to 21

September

10 to 20

October

4 to 15

November

-4 to 5

December

-7to 0

Srinagar to Gulmarg distance

Srinagar to Gulmarg distance is around 49 km and time taken 2 hours. Taxi fare generally starts 2500 to 3000 one way trip that can vary depends on types of car you booked.

How to reach Gulmarg from Srinagar

Gulmarg Kashmir tourist place is located under Anantanag district in state Jammu and Kashmir and is just 841 km away from Capital of India Delhi. From Srinagar capital city of Jammu and Kashmir to Gulmarg distance around 59 km. If your journey Srinagar to Gulmarg by Bus like JKRTC, the ticket price will be around 500 per person.  If your plan to visit Gulmarg, you can firstly reach Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir by bus or train or air from others state of India. Srinagar to Gulmarg distance 59 km.  From Srinagar to Gulmarg with share taxi or car you may pay around Rs700 to Rs1200 depends on what types of vehicle you booked. 

You can also reserve taxi to reach Gulmarg for up and down both side trip and price will be around Rs5000. You can also travel Srinagar to Anantnag district town and then reach Tangmarg and then Gulmarg. In winter very often, you do not find direct Taxi to reach Gulmarg due to heavy snow fall. You will go Srinagar to Tangmarg .  Tangmarg to Gulmarg distance around 21km. In Tangmarg you will find on fare Heavy Jacket at Rs 200 and Boat Rs 100 to 150 for two hours. You may also take Hand globs for Gandola ride. 

Gulmarg Gondola Ride 

Gulmarg Gondola ride is favoured and major activities of Himalayan Mountains in Kashmir. Gondola means a cable car ride on Forest block. The natural beauty of Gulmarg in winter that is Amazing for tourists. Tourist can enjoy variety of activities like trekking, thrilling, and camping and most popular Gulmarg Gondola Ride. The ride has taken time approx. 20 to 35 minutes. Gondola ride has 2 phases ie phase 1 and phase 2, In phase 1, riders can ride Gulmarg to Kongdori, offereing lush meadows and forest in summer and in phase 2,  can ride Congdori to Apharwat Peak, the highest point accessible by Gondola. During Gondola ride in Gulmarg you can experience beautiful landscape, lush green pine forest in summer and picturesque snowy mountains views in winter season like November to March.

Hotels in Gulmarg kashmir

1.     Hotel Hill Top– Located at Gandola road, Gulmarg, Forest block, 100 m away of Gondola Gulmarg and 1km from Market. 4 star hotel. Rooms specious and very comfortable with ccar parking and also food is flavorful and delicious and service is great. Category of rooms are Deluxe, Super Deluxe and also Family room with great view.

2.     Hotel Kolahoi Green Height– 4star hotel, located  at 100m distance of Gulmarg Gondola and around 1km from Market at Gandola Road Gulmarg, Forest block with great car parking. It is also nearby Hotel Hill Top. Pleasant stay, situated great place with nice views.

3.     The Vintage Resort and Spa- Luxury hotel, Excellent  location, great hospitality,  located at 500 m away of Gondola and 1km from main Market at Circular Road, Gulmarg, Polite staff, good food and service, spacious rooms like Deluxe room, super deluxe room, family room and also premium with Scenic view of Gulmarg kashmir. Spa facility is also available with the Resort.

4.     Hotel Rose wood– The hotel is 1km away from Gondola and 2 km away from Market. Family room and Super Deluxe rooms are available in the Hotel with car parking. All necessary amenities are available with all the hotel and is also 4 star. Prime location near Gondola located at Reservoir Path Gulmarg in Kashmir.

Conclusion: Gulmarg Snowfall in Kashmir and Gulmarg Tourist Places like Apharwat peak, Alpather lake, Biosphere reserve, Strawberry valley, Khilanmarg, Gulmarg Gondola, Tangmarg  are most famous tourist destinations in Kashmir. View of Gulmarg Snowfall in winter and Gulmarg Gondola are most attractive for tourist. Must visit the tourist places in Kashmir and enjoy your holy day with your friends, love ones or family and enjoy life.

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